
Welcome to Pearlman Aesthetic Surgery for lip reduction surgery in New York City on Park Avenue.
Dr. Pearlman’s lip reduction procedure in NYC can help with overfilled or unevenly filled lips by removing any excess lip filler that does not naturally go away such as silicone, or reduce the size of lips for a smaller shape.
Feel like your best self.
Lip reduction treatments can help patients of all ages and walks of life achieve more confidence by improving the size and shape of the lips for a more proportional and symmetrical appearance.
Some patients look to reduce your lip size from a previous augmentation, have always wanted smaller lips, or, more commonly, see Dr. Pearlman for enlarged or distorted lips is from injection of permanent fillers such as silicone. Dr. Pearlman delivers fantastic results for his patients with over 30 years of experience as a Dual Board-Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon in NYC.
The Benefits of Lip Reduction Surgery
Removal of any excess lip filler or silicone scarred lips that is causing an unsatisfactory look
Removal of excess skin and tissue if the lip structure is uneven
A more defined, shapelier pout
A more proportional appearance overall
Maintains a natural lip appearance

Why choose Dr. Pearlman for a lip reduction procedure?
Dr. Pearlman is an incredibly talented and reputable Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon certified by the American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery and the American Board of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery. He provides conservative treatments that cater specifically to your unique cosmetic concerns, ensuring optimal and natural-looking results.

Consultation With Dr. Pearlman
How it Works
Consultation
The Procedure
Lip Reduction Recovery

During your initial visit, Dr. Pearlman will examine your lips and work with you to choose the best approach for your needs and unique anatomy. Then, you will both establish mutual goals for your lip reduction surgery in New York City. Dr. Pearlman will go over the process and expectations, as well as take the time to answer any of your questions about lip reduction surgery.

During your lip reduction procedure at our Manhattan office, Dr. Pearlman will mark the areas for incisions to remove excess lip skin, tissue, and scar. This may be on the upper lip, lower lip, or both, based on your desired results.
He will then administer a local anesthesia (general anesthesia is an option but rarely necessary) before creating the incisions inside the mouth in the areas marked. He will then remove excess fat, tissue, and scar, creating a balanced shape and size before closing the incisions with stitches. The procedure process takes approximately 30 minutes per lip.

We advise most patients to take about one week off from work in order to recover from a lip reduction procedure. While swelling and soreness may last for a few days, over-the-counter pain medications and the application of ice packs are all that is needed.
You will need to eat soft foods for the first few days and avoid citrus or other acidic foods or beverages that could irritate the tissue of your inner lips. It typically takes one to two weeks for the sutures to be ready for removal, with full results achieved at about 3 to 6 months.
Beautifully Natural Results
Dr. Pearlman takes great care to deliver the most natural results for lip reduction surgery in New York City.
When lips are distorted by silicone or other permanent filler, he removes the scar tissue created by these materials. Patients may need 2 to 3 treatments to achieve their ultimate results.
Frequently Asked Questions
Lip Reduction / Reduction of Silicone-Distorted Lips
Am I a good candidate for lip reduction surgery?
If you are feeling self-conscious because of large, oversized, scarred or unevenly shaped lips or are hoping to have excess lip filler and silicone removed from your lips, you may be a fit candidate for lip reduction. Lip reductions can help you achieve a more balanced and symmetrical appearance to boost your confidence for a lifetime.
Does lip reduction hurt?
Lip reduction hurts minimally. We prescribe medication to help with pain.
How much does lip reduction cost?
Lip reduction near you costs between $3,500 to $6,500, depending on if it’s 1 or both lips.
PATIENT EXPERIENCES
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Monika Hendrix
Lisa Vasquez was amazing and I couldn’t be happier with not only the results but the entire experience. From the start Lisa was super helpful, her evaluation was direct and she delivered her ideas in a way that made me feel hopeful that I could get the results I wanted! She is super kind and empathetic and she really just made the whole experience so warm. In addition, she is a true artist. She easily explained where I needed attention and where I didn’t and she offered different pricing options depending on the outcome I wanted. Most importantly, let me tell you about the results, amazing! She approaches things to create the most natural looking outcomes (soft and sophisticated) and that is what happened, and I couldn’t be happier about how things turned out. She is really meant to do this job, she is just so cool and I will be with her for life!
NV
My primary rhinoplasty experience with Dr. Pearlman was nothing short of wonderful! Before meeting with Dr. Pearlman I did meet with several well known, NYC doctor's. During my consultation, Dr. Pearlman listened to me and then gave me his feedback. I found him to be extremely realistic and and very easy to talk to. He put my worried mind to ease. One of the things I appreciated most about Dr. Pearlman was that he simply said this surgery was going to "make me a better version of me." To me, that meant so much. The day of my surgery went extremely smoothly. In fact, I never thought I was going to be as calm as I was and I truly owe that all to Dr. P and his amazing team! Both Dr. P and his team were easily available whenever I had questions throughout this entire process. As I sit here a year after my surgery, I am completely in love with my results! My nose is natural looking and just as Dr. P said, "a better version of me." This surgery truly changed my life and how I see myself and for that, I could never thank him enough! I would be happy to go into further detail with anyone who is considering this surgery with Dr. P. He truly is the absolute BEST! Thank you so much Dr. Pearlman and thank you to the best staff!
Alessandra DeFalco
Christine has been my go-to skincare expert for years. Being a medical aesthetician myself, I am extremely selective when choosing my own providers for facial rejuvenation and skincare recommendations. I trust her expertise explicitly. I go to her yearly for my Ultherapy treatments and also seek out her guidance when it comes to switching up my skincare regimen. Like most people, lately I’ve been spending more time outdoors due to the pandemic and so I have been noticing more and more hyperpigmentation. Christine put me on a new brightening regimen and I’m so excited to see the results. RESULTS! That’s exactly what you can expect when you trust your face and skin to her. The level of professionalism and compassion at Pearlman Aesthetic Surgery is of the highest caliber. I will be a loyal patient for years to come. If you're committed to taking better care of your skin and you want to invest in treatments that will make a beautiful difference, do yourself a favor and make an appointment with Christine.
Monika Hendrix

Persistent in the Pursuit of Perfection
For decades, Dr. Pearlman has been persistent in his search for perfection as a top facial surgeon in New York. He brings evolution, experience, expertise, and uniqueness to his patients in our Park Avenue office. The goal of Pearlman Aesthetic Surgery is to help patients to actualize their ideal self-image for the highest level of personal authenticity and attractiveness possible. Dr. Pearlman couples an attentive bedside manner and genuine concern for his patients’ welfare to deliver the best lip reduction surgery results.

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We may combine a variety of other procedures with lip enhancement to provide full facial revitalization.